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Scientists Can Now Grow Brain Cells In The Lab

Posted by timothy on from the too-bad-tim-has-no-mature-brain-cells dept.

H_Fisher writes "Scientists in Florida have grown mature brain cells in the laboratory, a scientific first. The Independent reports that "[...]they were able to produce virtually unlimited quantities of brain cells, which could revolutionise transplant medicine as well as leading to new drugs to stimulate the regrowth of damaged nerves." This could be a milestone in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's, and many other illnesses and injuries."

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  1. Mmmm.. beer.. by bjb · · Score: 0, Redundant
    Now we just need a way to replace all the brain cells I killed with beer over the years.

    Can I just pour the petri dish into my ear?

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